Mueller Water Products

Industrial Engineer

Mueller Water Products • $67K — $92K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
  • 2 years of experience in industrial manufacturing engineering
  • Proficiency in process analysis tools like Lean and Six Sigma
  • Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD) for layout design
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data analytics (Power BI, Tableau)
  • Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing environments
  • Understanding of safety standards and ergonomics in manufacturing

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and enhance manufacturing processes for efficiency and safety
  • Develop time studies and value stream analyses to identify improvements
  • Collaborate with teams to implement process enhancements
  • Design standardized work procedures and equipment layouts
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to minimize waste
  • Evaluate and recommend automation and efficiency tools
  • Track performance metrics and present findings to leadership
  • Support training of staff on new processes and improvements

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan with 5% company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits
  • Paid time off and parental leave top-up
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Accommodations available during the application process
Full Job Description
Industrial Engineer
This is a full time onsite opportunity in the Decatur, IL facility.

Duties:
• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and production layouts to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Develop and implement time studies, process maps, and value stream analyses to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain-to drive process improvements.
• Design and implement standardized work procedures, equipment layouts, and process documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to reduce waste, improve throughput, and support cost-reduction goals.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, equipment, and automation technologies to improve efficiency.
• Track key performance metrics, prepare reports, and present findings to leadership.
• Support training of production and operations staff on new processes or improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field of study and two (2) years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Product Engineer, or related role where the required experience was gained. Also required experience in the following:
• 2 years of industrial or manufacturing engineering
• Process analysis tools and methods such as Lean and Six Sigma
• CAD tools such as AutoCAD for layout design and process simulation software
• ERP/MRP systems and data analytics tools such as Power BI and Tableau
• High-volume manufacturing or assembly environments
• Safety standards and ergonomics in manufacturing settings

Salary/Pay Range:
$81,630.02-$188,244.00

The compensation range above reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment as of the date of posting. Individual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the role, professional experience, job-related skills, achievements, and/or work location. The range listed is only one component of the total compensation package offered to candidates.

Other Compensation & Benefits:
Mueller offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan with 5% company match; Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP); short-term and long-term disability benefits; paid time off; Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top Up; tuition reimbursement; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.

Accommodation:
If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs. Mueller collects and maintains resumes for a period of 3 years for consideration of future opportunities.

About Mueller Water Products

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe fittings, water meters and ductile iron pipe, which are used by municipalities, as well as the residential and non-residential construction industries. With over 160 years of history, Mueller Water Products has established a reputation for quality, reliability and innovation in the water infrastructure industry. Mueller Water Products is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and has operations throughout the United States and Canada.
Learn more about Mueller Water Products
Size
3,400 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$78.4 million
Founded
2006
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$988.8 million
NASDAQ

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